Tax Director

URUS is seeking a highly experienced Tax Director to lead and oversee our global tax strategy and operations. This role will manage the Tax Manager and work closely with the SVP, Finance & Control

 and other senior leadership to ensure compliance with US and international tax laws while optimizing our tax position across multiple jurisdictions. The Tax Director will play a crucial role in navigating the complexities of our tax structure and supporting the company's strategic growth initiatives.

You: 

This role is ideal for a seasoned tax professional with a passion for leading teams, a deep understanding of US and international tax regulations, and a strategic mindset to align tax planning with corporate goals. You should thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise in tax strategy and compliance can directly impact the success of our organization.

Core Duties:

• Global Tax Strategy & Planning:

  • Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive global tax strategy.

  • Provide strategic tax advice and assess risk in initiatives such as mergers, acquisitions, reorganizations, and new market entries.

  • Lead efforts in cross-border tax planning.

• Compliance Oversight & Risk Management:

  • Oversee, develop and implement the global tax compliance process and tax policies.

  • Implement and maintain a robust tax risk management framework. 

  • Closely monitor tax laws and regulations in all jurisdictions where URUS operates.

• Leadership & Team Development:

  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that tax considerations are integrated into the broader business strategy. Act as a liaison between the tax department and other functions, ensuring alignment and effective communication.

  • Lead, build, mentor, and develop the tax team.

• Financial Reporting & Tax Accounting:

  • Oversee the preparation and review of global tax provisions.
  • Calculation and reporting of deferred tax assets and liabilities.
• Innovation & Process Improvement:

  • Identify, drive and implement process improvements that leverage technology and best practices.

  • Oversee the tax integration of acquired entities, ensuring seamless alignment with URUS existing tax structures and compliance processes.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory:

  • Serve as a key advisor to the CFO and other senior executives.

  • Prepare and present tax strategy, compliance status, challenges, and risk assessments.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and governmental agencies

Requirements:

• Bachelors/Masters Degree

• Advanced Credentials (CPA, JD/LLM in Taxation)

• Minimum of 12 years extensive Corporate and International Tax Experience

• Travel-approximately 10%, both domestic and international

• Ability to Lead in multi-national environments

• Track record of building and leading high-performing teams that deliver results

• Strategic Thinker with Business Acumen

• Exceptional Communication and Influencing Skills